1962 Mazda R 360 vs. 1961 Renault Floride
To start off, 1962 Mazda R 360 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Renault Floride would be higher. At 845 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Renault Floride is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Renault Floride (35 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1962 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Renault Floride should accelerate faster than 1962 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Renault Floride weights approximately 380 kg more than 1962 Mazda R 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Renault Floride (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Renault Floride will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Mazda R 360 | 1961 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | R 360 | Floride |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1961 |
| Engine Size | 355 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 380 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 38 L |
